2007 Skoda Roomster — MOT failures & pass rate
18,052 MOT tests on the 2007 Skoda Roomster are in this dataset, and 70.3% of them passed. That is effectively the same as MPVs of a similar age (29.2% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.1% of tests against 14.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, joints and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 1,545 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 19.9% in the 0-30k band and 34.5% in the 150k+ band, a 14.6-point spread.
The petrol cars hold up better: 27.7% fail against 31.5% for diesel, a 3.9-point gap across 18,052 tests.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 32.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 28.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 30.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.1% | 3,445 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.3% | 2,575 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.2% | 1,847 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.8% | 1,580 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.5% | 1,181 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.1% | 739 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 1,545 |
| 2 | Joints | 1,173 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 1,143 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 1,035 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 965 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 933 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 32.1% | 5,797 |
| 2 | Tyres | 28.8% | 5,192 |
| 3 | Suspension | 28.0% | 5,062 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 20.4% | 3,676 |
| 5 | Other defects | 14.1% | 2,541 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.2% | 2,384 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 302 | 19.9% |
| 30-60k | 1,451 | 21.2% |
| 60-90k | 4,211 | 26.3% |
| 90-120k | 5,407 | 30.9% |
| 120-150k | 4,077 | 32.3% |
| 150k+ | 2,544 | 34.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 9,594 | 31.5% |
| Petrol | 8,458 | 27.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,133 | 28.8% |
| 2022 | 3,927 | 28.7% |
| 2023 | 3,694 | 30.3% |
| 2024 | 3,371 | 30.5% |
| 2025 | 2,927 | 30.8% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Roomster
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.1% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (10.2% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Skoda Roomsters pass their MOT?
70.3% of the 18,052 2007 Skoda Roomster MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Skoda Roomster?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.1% of tests, followed by suspension (14.3%).
Does the 2007 Roomster get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.9% in the 0-30k band to 34.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 18,052 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.